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PM Modi honors Gandhi at Rajghat on Independence Day

On the 76th Independence Day of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tributes to the father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi, by visiting Rajghat, the memorial dedicated to his legacy. This solemn act served as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the Mahatma during the long struggle for India’s freedom. As part of the day’s schedule, Prime Minister Modi is slated to hoist the national flag and deliver a significant address to the natio

Independence Day 2023: From Anushka Sharma to Priyanka Chopra, these military kids achieved remarkable success in the industry

From Anushka Sharma to Lara Dutta, many individuals from military families, often called ‘army brats’, have achieved success in the film industry due to their upbringing in disciplined and diverse environments. Their resilience, adaptability, and determination are influenced by their military backgrounds. Here are examples of celebrities who grew up in military families. Anushka Sharma’s father, Colonel Ajay Kumar Sharma, fought in the historic 1999 ..... Read More

India’s economic expansion to surpass all G20 nations’ growth for the next two years, predicts Moody’s.

Moody’s has maintained India’s ‘Baa3’ rating, the minimum investment grade, and a steady outlook. Despite a decrease in potential growth over the past decade, India’s growth is projected to surpass other G20 economies for at least the next two years, driven by domestic demand. Moody’s sees the country’s commitment to inflation targeting, financial system rehabilitation, and post-pandemic growth restoration as enhancing monetary ..... Read More

2/3 companies invest in employee upskilling: Scaler Survey.

In response to layoffs and a hiring freeze, Indian tech firms are shifting their focus towards upskilling current employees, aiming to address talent shortages, as per Scaler’s 2023 hiring survey. The study encompassed over 100 startups, global capability centers (GCC), IT service providers, and multinational product companies in India. Approximately two-thirds of the surveyed entities have invested in upskilling initiatives for their workforce. The survey resul ..... Read More

Trial runs of India’s inaugural hydrogen-powered bus kick off on Ladakh’s streets.

The introduction of hydrogen-fueled buses on Ladakh’s public roads has commenced with NTPC, a government-owned power company, initiating intracity trials in Leh. The endeavor aligns with NTPC’s aim to create a carbon-neutral Ladakh, involving a hydrogen fueling station, a solar plant, and five fuel cell-powered buses for intracity routes in Leh. The first hydrogen bus, part of a 3-month field-trial and testing phase, arrived on August 17. Positioned at an e ..... Read More

PM Modi urges sharing healthcare tech with Global South at G20.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the G20 nations to promote open sharing of innovations and ensure fair access to technology, aiming to bridge the healthcare gap in the Global South. He highlighted that, unlike some Western pharmaceutical companies focusing on profits through patents, India’s initiatives like the Maitri program, which supplied vaccines to poor nations, and the free accessibility of the COWIN platform for pandemic response, demonstrate a com ..... Read More

Akshay Kumar reserves Christmas 2024 for “Welcome 3: Welcome to the Jungle” with Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi.

Twitter : @akshaykumar The production of the third Welcome installment, titled “Welcome to the Jungle,” has been underway for some time. Recently, the news broke that Welcome 3 would feature Akshay Kumar in the lead role, accompanied by Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, and Paresh Rawal in pivotal roles. However, it was noted that Nana Patekar and Anil Kapoor are no longer part of the project. The movie’s creators have now designated Christmas 2024 as the re ..... Read More

Insight: Salman Khan’s ‘Tiger 3’ has an intriguing Christopher Nolan connection.

Twitter : @BeingSalmanKhan Bollywood star Salman Khan’s upcoming film ‘Tiger 3’ holds an intriguing link with Hollywood director Christopher Nolan, known for the recent blockbuster ‘Oppenheimer.’ Yash Raj Films, the production banner, has enlisted Hollywood action director Mark Scizak, who has collaborated with Nolan on projects like ‘Dunkirk’ and ‘The Dark Knight Rises.’ The YRF Spy Universe franchise is highly reg ..... Read More

US crafts specialized courses for Indians under New Education Policy.

Aligned with India’s new National Education Policy, the United States has initiated an educational program enabling Indian students to pursue one-year specialized master’s degrees in STEM fields at American universities. The program, slated for the fall semester of 2024, caters to science, technology, engineering, and math disciplines. Upon program completion, students can remain in the US for up to three years to acquire industry experience and repay stud ..... Read More

Aruna Masih appointed to Oregon Supreme Court.

Tina Kotek, Oregon’s governor, announced the selection of Aruna Masih for the Oregon Supreme Court. Masih, an experienced attorney in employment, worker, and civil rights matters, holds the distinction of becoming the state’s first Punjabi, Indian American, and South Asian Supreme Court Justice. Governor Kotek praised Masih’s extensive commitment to public service and her endeavors in promoting equity and diversity within the legal sphere. As a partne ..... Read More

Dr. Jitendra Singh highlights Chandrayaan-3’s global impact through exclusive findings.

Dr. Jitendra Singh addressed the media, expressing that Chandrayaan-3’s unique findings would have a global impact. The Vikram lander module of the spacecraft, carrying the Pragyan rover, successfully detached from the propulsion module during its lunar journey. Despite the United States and Soviet Union’s early space endeavors, Chandrayaan made history by revealing lunar water, astonishing the world. Dr. Singh highlighted how Chandrayaan’s discoverie ..... Read More

RBI unveils ‘UDGAM’: a centralized online gateway for unclaimed deposits.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced the UDGAM (Unclaimed Deposits – Gateway to Access inforMation) web service, aimed at simplifying the process for individuals to locate their unclaimed deposits across various institutions from a single platform. According to the RBI, this online service will aid customers in identifying and engaging with their respective banks to either claim their unclaimed funds or activate their dormant deposit accounts. The colla ..... Read More

PM Modi meets US lawmakers, praises bipartisan support.

Twitter : @narendramodi Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude for the unwavering and non-partisan backing provided by the US Congress to foster India-US relations. This acknowledgment came about during a meeting with a contingent of American lawmakers, led by Congressman Ro Khanna and Congressman Michael Waltz. These two Congressmen co-chair the bipartisan Congressional Caucus. During their official visit to India, the delegation had the privilege of mee ..... Read More

PM Modi lauds 3D-printed post office, hails innovation & progress.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his admiration for India’s pioneering achievement—the inauguration of its inaugural 3D-printed post office in Bengaluru’s Cambridge Layout. PM Modi hailed this development as a testament to the nation’s innovative spirit and advancements. On the platform ‘X’ (previously known as Twitter), PM Modi shared his sentiments, stating, “The unveiling of India’s first 3D printed Post Office at Cambri ..... Read More

10 Indian American women on Forbes 50 Over 50 List with A-list achievers.

The Investment list boasts the highest number of Indian American women, including: 1. Geeta Aiyer: Founder of Boston Common Asset Management, a sustainable investment firm. 2. Mala Gaonkar: Founder of SurgoCap Partners, an investment firm focused on disruptive technologies. 3. Ranji Nagaswami: Chief Strategy Officer of Strategic Value Partners. 4. Purnima Puri: Governing Partner at HPS Investment Partners. On the Impact list, three Indian Americans stand out: 1. Sarita ..... Read More

PM to launch Vishwakarma Yojana for artisans on Vishwakarma Jayanti.

During Vishwakarma Jayanti, MSME Minister Mr. Narayan Rane announced the upcoming Vishwakarma Yojana by the central government. This scheme aims to provide support to artisans and craftsmen involved in traditional industries falling under the MSME sector. Scheduled for launch on September 17, Vishwakarma Jayanti this year, the initiative is intended to empower these traditional industries. Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day speech, highlighted th ..... Read More

Chandrayaan-3’s Vikram lander separates from the main module today.

The stage is prepared for the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft’s Vikram lander to separate from the main propulsion module, marking the commencement of its final lunar landing phase. Chandrayaan-3 completed its last moon-directed maneuver on Wednesday, drawing it closer to the lunar surface. Scheduled for August 23, the lander and rover, named Pragyaan, are poised to land on the Moon. ISRO stated that the successful firing maneuver placed Chandrayaan-3 into a designated ..... Read More

Yet another Hindu temple in Canada targeted, vandalized with posters advocating Khalistan referendum.

Extremist elements targeted a Hindu temple in Canada by vandalizing it and posting Khalistan referendum posters late on a Saturday, as reported by Australia Today. The incident occurred in Canada’s British Columbia province. Australia Today shared the incident on Twitter, stating that “Another Hindu temple vandalized in Canada by Khalistan extremists – bogus Khalistan referendum posters put at the door of Surrey Mandir to create fear among the Indian ..... Read More

Manu Raju, CNN’s Chief Congressional Correspondent, will be the host of ‘Inside Politics’ on Sunday mornings.

Manu Raju, CNN’s Chief Congressional Correspondent, has been selected as the new host of the Sunday morning show “Inside Politics,” according to the network’s announcement. The Indian American journalist is taking over from Abby Phillips, who has been promoted to the 10 p.m. primetime slot. Raju’s responsibilities will extend to covering Capitol Hill while also heading the Sunday show. CNN emphasized that Raju’s extensive experience ..... Read More

Top Harvard University Prize bestowed upon Indian-American Economist Raj Chetty.

Indian-American economist Raj Chetty, renowned for using extensive data to dispel American Dream myths and highlight hurdles, has been honored with Harvard University’s esteemed George Ledlie Prize. Chetty, a Harvard Economics professor and head of Opportunity Insights, a team of economists studying inequality, advised President Joe Biden on economic matters as well. Harvard’s Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Alan M. Garber, praised Chetty’s ground ..... Read More

UK PM Rishi Sunak asserts that his Hindu faith directs all facets of his life during Morari Bapu’s ‘Ram Katha’ event.

United Kingdom’s Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, expressed that his Hindu faith deeply influences all aspects of his life. During his visit to the ongoing ‘Ram Katha’ event led by spiritual leader Morari Bapu at the University of Cambridge’s Jesus College, Sunak, Britain’s first Indian-origin PM, highlighted the significance of the event coinciding with India’s Independence Day. At the gathering, Sunak began by stating that he was there ..... Read More

West Bengal intensifies efforts to conserve state animal, the fishing cat.

The Garchumuk Zoological Garden in Kolkata’s Howrah has initiated a crucial program for the protection and conservation of the fishing cat, a vulnerable species that holds significance as West Bengal’s State animal, known as Baghrol in Bangla. The State Forest Minister, Jyotipriya Mallick, made this announcement, stating that the program would extend to places like Bankura and Jhargram in the southern and northern regions of the state. If successful, the pl ..... Read More

PM Modi: India’s exports rising, global agencies recognizing potential.

On India’s 77th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the nation’s rapid growth in exports and its rising stature in the global community. He mentioned that international rating agencies are praising India, and its capabilities are being acknowledged in the post-Corona world order. During a period of disrupted global supply chains, India showcased the importance of focusing on human needs to find solutions. Modi emphasized that India ..... Read More

PM Modi vows to take strong measures against inflation in his Independence Day speech.

During his 77th Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tackled the pressing issue of inflation head-on. Recent official data indicated a spike in India’s consumer price index-based inflation to 7.44% in July from 4.87% in June. This surge, the highest since April 2022, prompted Modi to pledge additional measures to curb rising prices. Despite acknowledging India’s relatively favorable position compared to the global scenario, he emphasized t ..... Read More

US-India bond stronger than ever, says Blinken on Independence Day.

The bilateral relationship between the United States and India has reached new depths, according to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. As India marked its 77th Independence Day, the Biden administration extended its best wishes to the Indian-Americans celebrating the occasion. Highlighting the strong bond between the two nations, Blinken emphasized that the US and India, as the world’s oldest and largest democracies, are collaboratively contributing to an open ..... Read More